Titus Statement on the Anniversary of the September 11th Terrorist Attacks
September 11, 2009
"Throughout our nation we saw all of the United States unite as one to mourn.  In the aftermath, Americans joined together, standing up to volunteer in service to their communities and country in an effort not only to rebuild the physical damage from the attacks, but to reinvigorate the American spirit."

Titus: Health Reform Needed to Provide Nevadans with Peace of Mind
September 9, 2009
“It is clear that we no longer can afford business as usual.  The worst we can do is do nothing.  The current health care system obviously isn’t working, so it’s time to enact real health reform – health care reform that provides people with choice, lowers the cost of care, expands access, and provides Nevadans and all Americans with peace of mind should they or their families become ill.”

Titus Letter to Geithner Requests Look at Servicers’ Participation in Making Home Affordable Program
September 2, 2009
"Almost every submission on my website details frustration due to lack of communication between the homeowners and their servicer. Many of my constituents have attempted to contact their servicers multiple times. I have been told stories of individuals who have called their servicer 20 or 30 times and spoken with a different person each time, but were unable to get any closer to receiving the changes they need in their loans to avoid foreclosure."

In Business: Q&A - Nevada Democrat Rep. Dina Titus
August 28, 2009

Las Vegas Sun: In Henderson, Titus Voices Support for Affordable Education
August 19, 2009
"Rep. Dina Titus held a back-to-school party of her own Tuesday afternoon at the College of Southern Nevada’s Henderson campus, where she highlighted congressional efforts to make higher education more affordable.  Speaking to a small crowd of students, faculty, parents and reporters, Titus (D-Nev.) discussed a handful of bills passed in recent months that aim to make borrowing for college easier and more affordable."

Henderson to Receive $2.2 Million for Energy Efficiency Through Recovery Act
August 18, 2009
“The latest investments in energy efficiency through the recovery package will help Southern Nevada create jobs while bringing down energy costs and helping reduce our dependence on foreign oil.  These grants, along with other important energy efficiency initiatives in the recovery plan, can help the region take advantage of our renewable energy resources and stimulate economic growth that will put Nevadans back to work.”

Titus: Nevada Awarded Energy Emergency Preparedness Funds Through Recovery Act
August 12, 2009
“With more than $148 million in recovery money announced for Nevada through the Department of Energy alone, we are making critical investments toward a clean energy economy that will take advantage of our abundant renewable resources and create good jobs.  The funds announced today will not only help integrate that renewable energy into the power grid, but will also help prepare Nevada in the case of an energy emergency.”

USA Today Editorial: Misinformation, Mayhem Mar Debate on Health Care
August 10, 2009
"There's an old proverb that says a lie can travel halfway around the world while the truth is still getting its boots on. That's surely true when the lie instills deep personal fears, and lies appear to be in full sprint as the nation's health care debate goes local."

Las Vegas Sun: Titus Seeks the Story of Your Loan
August 9, 2009
"Las Vegas-area homeowners struggling to have their mortgages modified are being invited to share their stories so the federal government can determine which lenders are helpful, and which are not. The invitation comes from Rep. Dina Titus. She is asking homeowners from her district to share stories of their dealings with mortgage lenders on a new Web site and — if they wish — ask the congresswoman’s office to get on the phone with the banks on their behalf. The freshman congresswoman’s goal is to produce a running tally that would show which mortgage lenders are helping Southern Nevada homeowners and which are not answering their calls."

Titus Launches Webpage to Track Challenges Homeowners Face with Foreclosure Prevention
August 4, 2009
"By implementing a system to track my constituents’ experiences with their lenders, I can help make sure that those who qualify for help are getting it; and we can shine a light on lenders that have not been responsive to their customers in hopes that they will be encouraged to take action."

Titus: Congress Working to Fulfill Commitment to Nation’s Veterans
August 3, 2009
“As members of Congress we make a solemn commitment to care for our nation’s brave men and women when they return home from their service to our country.  The 111th Congress has taken important steps to honor their sacrifice and ensure that our veterans have the resources they have earned.  Nevada’s veterans have struggled during this recession, and our efforts are critical to restoring their economic security and providing for the benefits they deserve.”

Titus Supports Extension of Popular ‘Cash for Clunkers Program’
July 31, 2009
“Through the ‘Cash for Clunkers’ program, our ailing auto industry has received a jolt as consumers have rushed to take advantage of the vouchers for fuel-efficient cars.  Extending this successful program will not only take us one step closer to reducing our dependence on foreign oil and protecting our environment by putting cleaner cars on the road, but it will also spur sales at a time when our economy needs a boost.”

Titus Supports Executive Compensation Reform as One Step to Avoid Future Financial Crisis
July 31, 2009
“It’s time to shine a light on the runaway executive compensation packages that contributed to the excess risk Wall Street bankers took and hastened our nation’s financial meltdown.  Making executive compensation more transparent for shareholders and addressing the compensation structure are among the many important steps Congress is working on to prevent a future financial collapse.

Titus: Renewed Focus Needed on Ending Foreclosure Crisis
July 30, 2009
"Families throughout my district are struggling to make their mortgage payments, and one out of every 16 homeowners in Nevada has faced a foreclosure filing.  Folks in District Three clearly need assistance to stay in their homes and avoid foreclosures."

Titus Votes to Improve Food Safety
July 30, 2009
“Parents should not have to worry about the safety of the food they put on the dinner table.  This legislation will give consumers peace of mind and confidence in the safety of our nation’s food supply.  By giving the FDA greater authority to inspect food and recall tainted products, we are taking critical steps to protect Nevada’s families.”